Harry F. Lilley Jr.

Harry “Frank” Lilley, Jr. Harry “Frank” Lilley, Jr was born in Poplarville, MS to Harry Frank Lilley, Sr and Hazel Mae Hennes Lilley. The Lilley family moved to Lake Arthur, La. when Frank was a toddler and has resided there since. Frank was a 1961 graduate of Lake Arthur High School where he was a multi-sport athlete. He attended McNeese State University where he majored in music and then later in education, as he wanted to coach high school sports. Frank actually took a job with Shell Oil Co before that dream was realized. He voluntarily enlisted in the Louisiana National Guard and was very proud of his service to his country. He retired from Dynegy Energy Services, where he was an A operator at the Lowry gas plant. Frank was a devoted husband and father who was proud of his family. He frequently expressed that he was most proud of the fact that all three of his children graduated from college, as he was unable to do so. He was also proud that in spite of the fact that he never became a high school coach, both of his sons and his son-in-law are high school educators and coaches. Frank was a Free Mason and was a past Master of the Lodge in Lake Arthur, La. Frank loved sports and his community, and was a coach of the Lake Arthur youth recreational league. A very involved parent, he took great pride in coaching his children on various recreational and travel ball teams. He was an avid sports fan who followed and supported all area teams but particularly loved his Lake Arthur Tigers. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and was one of the founding members of the Lake Arthur Archery Club which has produced champions at the state and international level. His favorite past-time was hunting and fishing with his sons, grandson and son-in-law and watching LSU football with his family. He loved music and singing and took every opportunity to engage in both. He sang for many years at the First Baptist Church of Lake Arthur and for various community events and funerals. He particularly enjoyed singing with his college vocal group, The Bachelors, who still gather together today to sing with one another. Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Linda Broussard Lilley; one daughter: Kimberly Lilley Wood and husband Glenn of Lake Arthur, LA; two sons: Jeff Lilley and wife Traci of Baton Rouge, LA and Brett Lilley and wife Samantha of Lacassine, LA; 5 grandchildren: Clay Suire, Taylor Lilley, Ava Suire, Shelbi Lilley and Kadence Lilley; six sisters: June Lilley of Biloxi, MS, Lana Smith Rhinehart and husband Glynn of Lafayette, La; Donna Smith Hanson and husband Matt of San Antonio, TX; Anne Smith Stewart and husband Jack of Albany, KY; Rhetta Smith Clemons and husband Rock of Breaux Bridge, LA; and Tamea Smith Hollier and husband Elliot of Opelousas, LA; one brother C. E. Smith, Jr. and wife Debbie of Baton Rouge, LA; family friend Larry Breaux of Kinder, LA, whom he loved as a son; and one godchild: Dakota Breaux of Iota, LA. He was preceded in death by his father, Harry Frank Lilley, Sr., his mother, Hazel Lilley Smith, and his step-father, Curtis E. Smith, Sr. Pallbearers will be Clay Suire, Larry Breaux, and his nephews Timothy Rhinehart, Josh Farrington, Shane Smith, and Curtis Hollier. Honorary pallbearers are his best friend, Rolan Fontenot of Lake Arthur, LA, whom he loved as a brother, Paul Meaux of Lake Arthur, LA., and the members of The Bachelors. Funeral services for Harry F. Lilley, Jr., 72 of Lake Arthur, LA will be held at First Baptist Church on Wednesday, January 27, 2016 at 2:00 PM with Reverend Henry Hebert officiating. Visitation will be held at First Baptist Church on Tuesday, January 26th from 2:00 PM until 10:00 PM. Visitation will resume on Wednesday, January 27th at 8:00 AM until the time of his service. Harry will be laid to rest in Lakeview Cemetery with graveside services by Reverend Al Gist. To extend online condolences, please visit our website at www.matthewsandsonfuneralhome.net Arrangements have been entrusted to Matthews & Son Funeral Home.

Harry F. Lilley Jr.

December 15, 1943 - January 24, 2016

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Harry F. Lilley Jr.

December 15, 1943 - January 24, 2016

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